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Oct 02, 2023

The Best Gift Baskets: 24 Ideas for Thank Yous, Birthdays and More [2022]

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Sponsored By: Gourmet Gift BasketsA portion of this piece was created in partnership with Gourmet Gift Baskets, purveyor of award-winning, handcrafted gift baskets for every occasion.

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The holidays are the best time to break out the gourmet snacks, and if you really want to wow a foodie, gift them this Christmas gift basket from Gourmet Gift Baskets. It features both sweet and savory treats like key lime cookies, summer sausage, butter toffee peanuts, kettle corn and rich garlic cheese from Mountain View Farms. Festive wrapping and quick shipping make this an excellent option as a last-minute gift or a showstopper for the office white elephant exchange.

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Harry & David has been a staple in the world of care packages for decades. This classic gift box offers a sampling of many of the company's featured products for any occasion. The box comes with six juicy pears along with cheese, summer sausage, nuts, crackers and caramel popcorn for a sweet finish. It makes for a great college care package, too.

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Brighten your friend or family member's day with the gift of something sweet. This chocolate gift set from Seattle Chocolate includes a chocolate bar, chocolate truffles, a chocolate lollipop and tea, all packaged in a sunny, uplifting box.

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Say happy birthday with treats and other sweet-themed items. This Knack birthday treats gift box is complete with a lemon and coconut birthday candle, along with a cupcake puzzle. To sweeten the deal, it includes a trio of festive chocolate bars, all packaged in a turquoise and white box.

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Say thank you with a sweet birthday gift for her. This thank you gift box from Etsy includes a colorful card, bath bomb, candle and matches, fuzzy socks, lip balm and a scrunchie as the cutest way to say thank you to a friend, family member or neighbor.

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You can't go wrong with gourmet food. This Olive & Cocoa farmhouse pantry crate includes salami, crackers, cheese, popcorn and trail mix. It comes in three different sizes with other add-ons such as pistachios, pesto and granola, and you can choose to have it either delivered in a wooden crate or a cute canvas tote.

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Set your favorite giftee up for a relaxing morning. This lovely tea gift basket is dressed up in a rustic metal bucket and includes a stoneware mug, green tea, jasmine tea, rock candy sticks as well as two different types of cookies. Order it from 1-800 Baskets.

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Meats and cheeses are a classic combo, and this Hickory Farms meat and cheese gift box has everybody's favorites. Send it along to celebrate any milestone, and you’ll feel great knowing it's a gift that gives back—about $5 of the purchase goes towards the non-profit No Kid Hungry. With summer sausages, cheddar cheeses, smoked Gouda and two different types of mustard, it has something for every taste.

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Welcome a new addition to the family with this lovely newborn gift basket, or send it for a baby shower. On Amazon, choose from a blue- or pink-themed basket. Each comes packed with a onesie, swaddling cloth, bib, soap, lotion and more. Don't forget a gift for the new mom as well.

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Want more? Here are our top picks for the best gift baskets on Amazon. Bonus: These last-minute birthday gift delivery picks from Amazon are pretty great, too.

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For the home cook, this is a beautiful way to celebrate any occasion. This Williams Sonoma olive oil gift set includes four different infused olive oils including garlic, white truffle, blood orange and basil to add incredible flavor to any dish.

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Few things compare to classic s’mores, but this gift set can make them even better. This s’mores set from Knack comes complete with buttery graham crackers, vanilla bean marshmallows, Theo dark chocolate bars, roasting sticks and even a s’mores recipe book to help your giftee discover new and delicious s’mores flavor combinations along the way.

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Welcome baby now with a gift to use later on. Olive & Cocoa's nursery rhyme gift set is as cute as can be. It comes with a classic collection of nursery rhymes from Beatrix Potter, along with a darling lamb for the new little one to cuddle as soon as they’re old enough.

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No matter the occasion, you can't go wrong curing a sweet tooth. Better yet, add salty and savory treats to the mix with this all-in-one gift crate from Olive & Cocoa. It includes everything from peanut brittle and trail mix to cookies, Bavarian pretzels and chocolate covered raisins.

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For the tea lover, this Tea Forte tea gift set is sure to put a smile on their face. The set includes a teacup and tea tray, along with five different tea blends to dive into. It's all packaged up in a vibrant, sunny box for a beautiful presentation.

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Calming serenity is one of the best gifts you can give someone, whether they’re healing from sickness or surgery or going through a hard time. This serenity spa crate includes artisanal soap and hand cream along with lavender sachets and a lavender candle. Order it from Olive & Cocoa.

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Few things are as comforting as big bowl of soup. Let your friends know you’re thinking of them with this Harry & David soup gift basket. The darling fabric basket is stocked with mixes for potato corn chowder, chicken noodle soup and chicken chili soup, along with crackers.

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Why not gift the foodie in your life some great salami? This Italian sampler gift box from Olympia Provisions includes a sampling of four different handcrafted meats for the recipient to create the most delicious celebratory spread, or to simply enjoy one at a time. Charcuterie lovers will also adore these cheese clubs.

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For the movies and popcorn lover, this is the sweetest treat. This Popcorn Factory birthday gift bin is stocked with white cheddar, butter, chocolate and caramel popcorn, along with candy fruit slices. It's simple and sweet, yet dressed up in a festive box. Create an at-home movie theater with this as the gift to tie it all together.

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Fresh-baked cookies will do the trick for any occasion. This cookie assortment from Cheryl's is the ideal gift for a birthday, retirement or even as a sympathy gift. Soft, delicious cookies are packed in a beautiful blue box for a lovely presentation. Sweet tooths will appreciate these cookie of the month clubs, too.

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A fruit basket is a classic gift for an engagement, welcoming new neighbors or celebrating retirement. This bundle from Harry & David features a variety of fruits including fresh pears, apples, a pineapple and a mango. Plus, your giftee can use the woven basket it comes in time and time again!

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Give the gift of relaxation with this clever wellness package from Knack. It contains tea and honey, along with a cute stoneware mug, bath cubes, a candle and a variety of other skincare goodies to melt stress away.

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Celebrate a special occasion! Send your friend or family member the perfect surprise to raise a glass. This Hickory Farms sparkling wine gift box includes a bottle of sparkling wine from Mumm Napa paired with smoked Gouda, sourdough crackers, butter toffee pretzels and chocolate truffles to create a beautiful spread.

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Send well wishes with this get well soon care package. The handmade colorful box from Etsy is jam-packed with pampering essentials including a bath bomb, body butter, bath tea, bath salts, fuzzy socks, a diary and even a teacup for ultimate relaxation. Want to put together your own gift basket? Find helpful tips and gift basket ideas.

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For the coffee lover, this Atlas coffee gift set is sure to please. The six-month subscription comes with a single origin coffee from a different country each month, serving as the perfect world sampler. Want more coffee gifts? Consider another coffee of the month or other gift of the month clubs!

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Brighten someone's morning with this delicious Knack pancake gift set. Complete with buttermilk pancake mix, whiskey barrel-aged maple syrup and pumpkin spice coffee, this set is a great pick-me-up. Your recipient will to love cozying up on a Saturday morning with a warm breakfast. Perfect for a retirement gift!

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